Valerian roots and rhizomes are used for medicinal purposes. These parts of the plant are harvested from July to October, when the underground part of valerian is saturated with active substances. Valerian is used to treat various disorders, such as neuroses, insomnia, migraines, hypertension, hysteria and hyperthyroidism.
Medicines based on this plant are effective in relieving spasms in the gastrointestinal tract. Valerian is also used to improve the condition of women during hot flashes during menopause. As an auxiliary agent, it is prescribed for the treatment of neurodermatitis. Despite its sedative properties and the ability to depress the central nervous system.
The effect of valerian covers not only the central nervous system, but also other organs of the body. This medicinal plant affects cardiac activity and contributes to its normalization. The substances contained in valerian root also destroy the effect of caffeine, and the essential oil of the plant enhances the effect of hypnotics.
One of the components, borneol, contained in valerian preparations, improves blood circulation in the heart, reduces stress and fatigue in the body. At the same time, the calming effect of taking valerian-based medicines is gradual and gentle.
